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25 Questions to ask yourself at the end of the year

The end of the year is symbolically the best time to take a moment to contemplate on what happened, good and bad, throughout the year

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SPF Mistakes

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Floatation therapy

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The Ordinary Glucoside Foaming Cleanser

Is The Ordinary’s Glucoside Foaming Cleanser the Next Must-Have in Your Skincare Routine? An Honest Review

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The Best of The Ordinary

The Top 7 The Ordinary products I can’t live without!

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My obsession with The Ordinary. What I love and hate about it. www.awelltravelledbeauty.com

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Is rubbing your eyes the cause of your dark circle

Is rubbing your eyes the cause of your dark circles?
Rubbing the eyes can result in damage to the blood vessels under the skin’s surface. This may cause the vessels to break and bleed. When the blood accumulates in this area, you will notice the skin getting darker in colour.
The good news is this is not a permanent problem, but can reoccur with regular episodes of eye rubbing.
Other issues constant rubbing can cause include;
Fine lines and wrinkles: There is some thought that the rubbing can damage the collagen bonds but this hasn’t be proven however constant rubbing can lead to the skin becoming irritated and damaged which current and future fine line and wrinkles worse.
Increased Risk of Infection: Our hands are full of bacteria. Each time you rub your eyes, you are potentially exposing your eyes to these bacteria or viruses.
Damage to your Cornea: The physical trauma induced by the eye rubbing resulting in damage to the cornea’s collagen fibres. This can result in an irregularity in the shape and contour of the cornea and a thinned area that bulges outward.
I’m at THE WORST for rubbing my eyes. I have always had itchy eyes from a young age due to allergies and I’m now pretty sure it’s one of the causes of my dark circles. But the past 6 months has been the worse it’s ever been. Because I have been so tired ( having a baby will do that) I have been rubbing my eyes so much and it has cause so much irritation to the skin around them.
I’ll be sharing a post all about what I use to keep the sensitive skin under control so keep an eye out for that.

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Matrixyl and Argireline Solution a powerful duo f

Matrixyl and Argireline Solution a powerful duo for targeting fine lines. I’ve been using the two of these for over a year and didn’t realise that these two products had become tiktok famous as the latest must haves for treating signs of ageing on the skin.

I got back into using the Matrixl during my pregnancy when I needed something that wasn’t retinol and I’m so glad I did! I had tried it before a couple of year previously but got distracted by more sparkly peptide products.

And good old Argirline has been part of my routine forever.

So why do these work? Lets get into it.

𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐱𝐥 𝟏𝟎% + 𝐇𝐀
An effective blend of multiple Peptides including the Matrixyl 3000 and Matrixyl Synthe’6 Peptide complexes which have been shown to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The Matrixyl 3000 Peptides communicate with skin cells, encouraging cell rejuvenation and collagen production which makes for firmer, healthier, younger-looking skin. Matrxiyl Synthe’6 Peptides stimulate 6 major components of the skin to firm, plump and heal for a ‘filled in’ effect. The formula also contains Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin which hydrate and moisturise skin.

𝐀𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝟏𝟎%: Often referred to as ‘Botox in a jar,’ this peptide can help to inhibit the release of neurotransmitters that cause muscle contraction. Which results is a reduction in the appearance of dynamic facial lines and wrinkles, especially in areas prone to expression lines including forehead wrinkles and crow’s feet around the eyes.
Now Botox it is not! But it does help soften lines and more importingly helps prevent them getting worse.

The two of them combined are a powerful addition to any skincare routine plus they shouldn’t cause any irritation. And at about €10 each they are pretty easy on the pocket to. But wait to order them as The Ordinary will be having they’re annual Slovember sale and they have 23% off for the month of November.

I’ll be doing another post on how best to use these two beauties in your routine so keep an eye out.

The Ordinary | Matrixl | Argireline | Peptides |

So I need have a little rant.. but first Confused

If only sorting out my dressing table could be thi

If only sorting out my dressing table could be this quick

My skin is being so sensitive and just looking at

My skin is being so sensitive and just looking at it the wrong way sets off. So tonight’s pm routine is all about bringing down irritation and redness, hydrating and supporting the skins barrier.

First off
Cleanse: @uriageireland Uriage Xémose Cleansing Oil
Just a great simple cleanser that doesn’t dry out the skin. This is the very last few drops and it’s definitely a repeat buy.

Hydrate: @makeprem_global Gentle and hydrating essence toner* for deep hydration
Been using this non stop since I opened it and it’s still 3/4 full! It does exactly what it says on the label. Great for adding in an extra layer of hydration.

Eyes @skinshopofficialuk Dry Eye Gel. My saviour the past 6 months. More detailed post coming up in this life saver soon.

Treat: @theordinary Soothing and barrier support serum. Still making my mind up on this and will be doing an indepth review soon

Moisturise: @elaveskincare skin balancing moisturiser*. Just a great moisturiser. On my second tube now

Extra treatment: @uriageireland Lipid-Replenishing Anti-Irritation Cream
A new favourite! It helps to sooth itching sensations and hydrates.

Tell me favourite product for when your skin is acting up…

*gifted

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#Sensitiveskin, #dry skin #dehydrated skin

Face oil before or after moisturizer? The answer

Face oil before or after moisturizer?

The answer is simple: apply face oil after moisturizer.

Face oils are occlusives, which means they form a protective barrier on top of the skin to lock in moisture. Moisturizers, on the other hand, contain water, which cannot penetrate through oil.

If you apply moisturizer after face oil, the moisturizer will not be able to fully absorb into the skin, making it less effective.

On the flip side, face oils can penetrate moisturizer, but not the other way around. This means that when you apply face oil after moisturizer, it can trap the hydration from the moisturizer within your skin.

As always there are exceptions to the rule! Some formulations are meant to be applied before moisturiser so always check the product’s application directions.

tip: Oil and water don’t mix, so if you put face oil anywhere near the front of your routine, your products won’t play well together and will likely be less effective. This also means that you should apply face oil before your SPF, as it can dilute the sunscreen and make it less effective.

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An effective ageing well routine doesn’t have to

An effective ageing well routine doesn’t have to complicated.

AM

Cleanse: Use a gentle cleanser or even just a splash of water.
Treat: A Vitamin C serum is a great multi tasker. It helps stimulate collagen production, evens and brightens skin tones, helps fade pigmentation and is a powerful antioxidant.protecting your skin from environmental aggressors such as free radicals and pollutants as well as protecting the skin against UV damage.
Faves include @officialmedik8 C-Tera Luxe (splurge) and @theinkeylist Vitamin C and EGF (save)

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Hydrate and Protect: Pick a moisturiser for your skin type. If your skin is on the oily side go for a light gel type. If it’s drier than a thick one is best. Look for one with Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid and or glycerin.
SPF: The best SPF is one that you like and enjoy using.

PM

Double Cleanse:
Ist Cleanse: Removes make up, spf, dirt and pollution on the skin (which if left on the skin can cause damage and age the skin). Try using a balm or oil.
2nd Cleanse: Cleans the pores and removes any left over traces of make up and dirt.

Treat: Use a retinol or retinal serum. (Known as retinoids). The gold standard in boosting collagen production, plus it increases cellular renewal (the speed at which our skincells renew) so it also helps with pigmentation. Remember to start off slow.
Favourites include @officialmedik8 crystal retinal, start at number 3 and work your way up (if your skin is really really sensitive then start with number 1.)

Moisturiser: This can be the same as your daytime moisturiser. But you do lose more moisture during the night, especially older skin so a thicker moisturiser or a adding an oil can be really beneficial.

Want to step it up. Hydration is crucial for ageing skin. Adding in a hydrating toner and / or a serurm will make a big difference. As will a facial oil in the evening. Keep an eye out for an upcoming post on the why extra hydration is so important for older skin.

#selfcaresunday thank you! Given a gift of these b

#selfcaresunday thank you! Given a gift of these beautiful @wildrosebotanicals mama magic bath salts.

With Pink Himalayan, Dead Sea + Epsom Salts.
Organic Sweet Almond Oil
Roman Chamomile, Yarrow, Lavender +
A Bro Via giorganio Fisse diamascus Rose, Comflower,
Poppy + Lavender Flowers.

Such a lovely treat and fabulous gift

#selfcare, #selfcareisntselfish, #sundayselfcare,#bathtimegoals,

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